Birth is not just another day and this is not just ‘another’ Childbirth Class! A FULL day of birth class?? This is a fun, informative and activity-filled day! Taught in our spacious, beautiful classroom near Fillmore and California Streets in the Fillmore district of San Francisco. FOCUSED AND RELEVANT Out of respect for you and your time, the class stays focused on the most important information that is relevant and appropriate and moves steadily through all the topics. UP TO DATE AND EVIDENCE BASED You will walk out of class with the most up-to-date, evidence-based information available on birth. We will sort out opinions and myths from facts. POSTIVE AND AFFIRMING We have great respect and passion for birth. Our goal is to be embracing and validating to everyone’s unique priorities and situation. We strive to present all options in a positive affirming way.

Christine is a licensed clinical social worker & owner of Spark All Wellness. She is a certified EMDR Therapist and specializes in working with women and children in her practice. She offers mindfulness groups for expecting and new mamas out there who may be struggling or need help mindfully navigating all the ups & downs of motherhood. Christine uses a strength based approach and works closely with clients to create an individualized plan. She combines several therapeutic evidenced based techniques and approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Play Therapy and more.

Hello my name is Ja’Nay Jaymes and I am a Full Spectrum Doula (birth & postpartum) serving to all families in the Bay Area. I have over a decade of experience in the medical field, including significant roles at St.Luke’s Women Center and Kaiser hospital. I work particularly with newborns and first time moms as a trusted figure in providing gentle, caring support during critical moments. With my strong background in assisting diverse populations, including the deaf, blind, and autistic. My passion lies in advocating for women’s healthcare rights and improving birthing experiences. I am dedicated to educating women about their birthing options and rights aiming to reduce the disparities in healthcare outcomes. My unique blend of medical expertise and Doula certification, combined with my deep commitment to personalize care sets me apart. I offer a safe, supportive space for all clients. I respect all clients birthing choices and I ensure a positive empowered birthing experience.

I know how hard it is to find high quality care. I've worked with children professionally for 20 years across all ages. I have a degree in Child Development and all of my coursework completed toward a master's in Child Development. I'm CPR/First aid certified. Please let me know if you have further questions. I look forward to hearing from you. :-) Mandy

Hello, I’m Anna, a San Francisco-based Birth and Postpartum Doula dedicated to "Mothering the Mother." I combine a grounded, calm presence with evidence-based information to help you transform uncertainty into trust. My mission is to ensure you feel seen, validated, and safe throughout your birth and postpartum journey, meeting you exactly where you are with intuitive care and unwavering support. When it comes to birth, I view my role as an anchor of calm support amidst the intensity of labor. My philosophy is rooted in the sacredness of choice. I am here to ensure you feel informed, safe, and heard, regardless of how your birth unfolds. Drawing on my training in Spinning Babies, Rebozo, and prenatal yoga, I provide intuitive, hands-on guidance, whether that means suggesting position changes for optimal fetal positioning, providing comforting hip squeezes, or offering continuous emotional grounding. I also deeply value the partner's role, guiding them to feel confident and involved so that, together, you can welcome your baby with a sense of connection and empowerment. When it comes to the postpartum period, I view my role as a source of deep nourishment and restoration during a time of profound transformation. My philosophy is anchored in the mission to "Mother the Mother," believing that when you are deeply cared for, the whole family thrives. My support focuses on holistic healing, creating a sanctuary where you can rest and bond with your baby. I bring a unique element of nourishment to this work through my passion for cooking; I prepare healing, nutrient-rich meals to restore your energy and ground you in comfort. Whether I am offering guidance on newborn care, validating your emotions, or simply holding space, I am here to help you navigate the transition into parenthood feeling confident, nourished, and never alone.

As a night postpartum doula, my approach centers on responsive care and fostering secure attachments. With over 8 years of professional childcare experience, I bring a unique blend of warmth, expertise, and a deep understanding of family dynamics to every home I support. My journey began in a bustling diverse household (Filipina immigrant mama & American dad with Chinese, European, and Spanish roots) as the third eldest of eight, where I naturally became my mother’s helper. This early immersion in childcare instilled in me a profound comfort around infants and children. Today, I draw on this foundation to provide families with compassionate, responsive care that prioritizes the emotional and physical well-being of both parents and babies. I believe that by responding promptly and sensitively to a baby's needs, we lay the groundwork for secure attachments, fostering a nurturing environment where both babies and parents can thrive.

Hi! I'm Aive, a caring postpartum doula with 5 years of experience in childcare, and a parent of two kids. My passion for postpartum doula care began after having my own kids as well as support family friends taking care of their newborn, all these experiences made me excited and feel so happy being around kids. I feel so blessed when I am part of kids' lives in different ways, such as feeding, changing diapers, soothing them to sleep, and everything concerning kids, as it brings me immense happiness. As a postpartum doula, my role is to provide the family with emotional, physical, and informational support as they adjust to a new life with a newborn. I am a committed, loving, and caring postpartum doula, while creating a nurturing environment to support the family's needs and preferences.

Hello, parents and parents-to-be. My name is Thaís M. Schweitzer. I’m a certified birth and postpartum doula, a newborn care specialist, and a breastfeeding educator located in the San Mateo - Bay Area, CA. I dedicate myself to supporting families during the special moment of welcoming a new family member, and I’m very proud of my ability and gentle approach to the work. I’ll be there to assist you in whatever decision you make. - Labor and Birth Doula Support - Postpartum Doula Support - Lactation assistance - Childbirth education class - Newborn care education class Thank you! See you soon!

Mikizollin is a first generation mexica-na who feels deeply tied to her family relations and culture. As a birth worker she wants to provide gentle and affirming care to her clients. She is committed to creating a safe space, positive experience and nurturing environment for the birthing person and their family. Mikizollin is all about supporting her clients to create the process and birthing experience they desire in a dignified manner. She trusts the knowledge of traditional modalities and believes alongside evidence based care practices this transformational time can create long lasting benefits. Mikizollin believes respect is important and every body deserves to have full autonomy. It is a great honor for her to empower her clients during these intimate and sacred processes.

I am a Chiropractic Doctor specializing in Wellness and care of your body. During the visit we will cover all the topics needed to reconnect you to a whole free pain new yourself. I look forward meeting you and being at your service.

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Hi! I'm Sharon, a licensed therapist, 5th generation Chinese American, and mom of an exuberant preschooler. I use she/her pronouns, and was born and raised in the East Bay. I help new moms acknowledge all the different feelings they have about themselves and others. It's exploratory, nonjudgemental and often leads to conversations about boundaries, family messages, needs for connection and intergenerational trauma (esp. for AAPI clients).

I'm Rithalorine, your dedicated Postpartum Doula, as well as a Lactation counselor. I am committed to being your unwavering support before, during, and immediately after the momentous arrival of your precious baby. ‍ Choose The Bay Doula Rita for a one-on-one, nurturing experience as you navigate the beautiful journey of welcoming your newest family member. I am here to provide tailored support and guidance every step of the way.

Hi there! I am a birth, and postpartum doula and I work to create a calm and safe space for you as you journey through pregnancy, birth and postpartum. I prioritize your empowered and informed decision making, always turning you back to yourself and your intuition and ensuring you have all the information you need and want. I work with a holistic, traditional and Islamic framework. I believe in bringing in your belief system as the primary anchor to guide you through this process and am able to offer this especially, however not limited, to Muslim clients. When not working you can find me taking a class, running the lake in Oakland, laying in the sun somewhere or hunting for a coffee or smoothie with friends and their littles.

Hey there! I'm Jay, a passionate postpartum doula specializing in all things foodie goodness, self-care, and tackling the maternal health crisis head-on. With 8 years of invaluable newborn experience under my belt, I transitioned into becoming a dedicated postpartum doula 4 years ago. My mission? To ensure that all the mamas and families I support know they are my #1 priority, and that I've always got their back. Beyond doula care, I love whipping up delicious meals, crafting nourishing face masks, offering soothing yoni steams to my clients, and so many more self care hacks to keep a piece of you during this transition. Let's navigate this transformative journey together!

Greetings & congratulations on your growing family <3 I have been a birth worker for the past ten years and have served families in a variety of locations, from a free standing birth center on the Arizona/Sonora border as an apprentice midwife, to home & hospital births all around the bay area. I approach this work from a place of trusting the mother/birthing person as an expert in their needs and experience and believing that given the right tools and support a family can advocate for the birth experience they want in any location. My approach is to prepare for labor with education in the prenatal period and work my clients to plan adequately for a postpartum that will nourish integration of this new phase of life. I also bring my background in holistic health and often refer clients to work with herbs, exercise and nutritional protocol to facilitate the experience they desire.

I've been a childcare provider for 8 years. Worked as a pediatric medical assistant, postpartum doula, newborn care specialist, and a nanny. I have a diverse background in childcare. I'm passionate, patient and dedicated to assisting your family in the best way possible. I support your parenting philosophy and your home to the fullest. I also provide help around the home whether that be cooking, cleaning or any light household chores. In terms of my achievements, I have had the privilege of helping numerous families navigate the wonderful yet challenging journey of welcoming a new baby into their lives. Through my work as a Postpartum Doula and Newborn Care Specialist. I have been able to support new mothers in their physical and emotional recovery while providing essential care for their newborns. By implementing effective sleep and feeding routines, I have helped establish a sense of calm and stability during the critical postpartum period.

Greetings! My name is JJ (she/her) and I am a Full Spectrum Doula. I completed my Full Spectrum Doula training with Reclaim Our Birth Power Academy, which is an Afro-Indigenous Traditional Full Spectrum Birthworker school. The training I received there helped me to realize that my main role as a doula is to give you the information, support and care that you need to step into your power so that you can make decisions about your care based on your needs, wants and desires.

My name is Anietie Ukpe-Wallace and I am a Bay Area, CA based pelvic health physical therapist. I treat a myriad of pelvic health conditions as well as work on providing education to patients on their pelvic health. I truly believe that when one has a better understanding in the functioning and inner working of their pelvis, they will then be able to respond and be proactive when symptoms arise around their pelvic health.

Hello! I’m excited to connect with families here and offer my doula services to those who may need extra support during the beautiful (and sometimes overwhelming) postpartum period. I’ve had the pleasure of working with many wonderful families, and they often share how much more confident, relaxed, and cared-for they felt with me by their side. I am a doula that offer care, gentle baby massage, and soothing oil massages for moms to help with recovery and self-care after birth. I also offer meal prep for the first week to lighten the load and give you more time to rest and bond with your baby. My goal is to bring calm, comfort, and practical help to your home, making those early days as smooth and nurturing as possible. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to support you and your growing family!